Transformational philanthropy will establish innovative new building at the University of Exeter
The University of Exeter has received a philanthropic pledge from His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, to co-fund the construction of a new development on Exeter’s Streatham campus.
HKBU blended learning initiatives scoop awards in international contest
The blended learning initiatives adopted by three different courses at HKBU were honoured with several awards in the 2021 International Contest on Blended Teaching and Learning organised by Peking University.
Scans reveal changes in the brain’s wiring after cold water immersion
A team of researchers have for the first-time observed changes in the how different parts of the brain interact with each other after a person’s body is immersed in cold water.
Cambridge academics recognised in 2021 New Year Honours
Professor Simon Baron-Cohen, Director of Cambridge’s Autism Research Centre and a Fellow of Trinity College, has been knighted for services to autism research and autistic people.
BSc Geography graduate wins The Wellington Medal
The award recognises the student’s excellent academic achievements and contributions to King’s during their time at university and their potential for the future.
Australian-first health alliance aiming to Close the Gap
Closing the gap in life expectancy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples will be the focus of an Australian-first health alliance.
How to learn: Is peer assessment useful?
As a college freshman in 2002, I remember my first writing class where we had to hand in an essay every two weeks. The week before we handed in the essay...
Lung cancer and mesothelioma research receives funding boost
A researcher from The University of Western Australia has been awarded $480,000 in funding over the next four years for vital research into the treatment of those living with lung cancer and mesothelioma...
New research pavilion will advance understanding of extreme weather events and ecosystem effects
Inauguration of a research facility at Gault Nature Reserve will help connect seven research stations throughout the Saint Lawrence River Valley to study the earth system
Space telescope ushers in a new age of astronomy
A “game changing” new telescope will soon be blasted into space to embark on a lonely 1.5-million-kilometre orbit around the Sun to provide a clearer view of the ever-expanding universe.
